![]() ![]() Late Spring and Early Summer Walleye FishingĪfter the spawn, walleye leave the rivers and return to main lake bodies. You can cast toward structure and work the jig slowly, bouncing it along the bottom. Whether fishing braid or mono, you might opt for a 3’ leader of 8-10-pound fluorocarbon.Ĭasting 1/8 to 1/4 ounce jig heads with 3-4” paddle tails, grubs, or bucktail jigs are all tried and true walleye tactics. Most anglers prefer spinning tackle, opting for reels in the 1000-2500 class range spooled with 4-8 pound mono or 8-10 pound braid.įor rods, you’ll likely opt for a medium to medium light weight spinning rod in the range of 6-7’. Springtime walleye fishing involves light tackle, jigs and soft plastics. The tendency of walleye to group together makes marking them with sonar a great springtime tactic. The presence of bait will also play a highly important role in their distribution-you find the bait, you find the walleye.ĭuring the spawn, you can target groups of fish-with numbers of smaller males following a single, larger female. Look for such areas as where humps, bars, gravel beds and points emerge from river channels. Fish will stage around river mouths for a time before the spawning begins-and there will likely be a few fish upriver even as the spawning season dwindles.ĭuring this 3-4 week spawning season, groups of walleye will position themselves in transitional areas with access to structure and main river channels. In lakes or reservoirs that do not have river access, walleye will spawn in areas around rip rap. In waterbodies that have such access, a large percentage of walleye will run up river to spawn. ![]() In the more northerly aspects, it may take place in April. In the Midwest and the more southern reaches of walleye territory, this might be March. The exact timing of the spawn depends on water temperature- generally taking place when the water warms to between 42 and 48 degrees. Here is a rundown of walleye fishing through the year.Ĭasting jigs and soft plastics to structure can produce early season walleye. If you find bait in the right zone-especially if you’re in proximity to structure, you’ll likely find walleye. When looking for walleye, target areas of the lake with water temperatures that are in the right zone. When the water temperature begins to decline as the fall comes on, walleye once again move shallower and stage off of main lake points throughout the fall. Later in the spring, when water temperatures rise into the mid-60s, walleye move into deeper water and start to suspend as they follow baitfish. After the spawn, the fish return to the main waterbodies of lakes but remain near shore and around structure. In the springtime when waters begin to warm, walleye move into rivers to spawn. It will be a temperature threshold, rather than a specific date on the calendar, that will provide the most reliable indication of where to find and catch walleye. Changes in temperature dictate the walleye’s seasonal migrations and where they hang in the water column. Where exactly you’re likely to find these places will change with the seasons. All else being equal you are most likely to find walleye in a place with a combination the right temperature, bait and structure. ![]() In many ways, successful walleye fishing is a matter of understanding three variables: water temperature, the presence of baitfish and structure. Water Temperature, The Presence of Bait and Structure While their exact habits will vary by region and waterbody, here is a high-level breakdown of how to understand walleye behavior-and how to catch them-throughout the year.ĭuring the many parts of the year, walleye can be found around nearshore structure. Catching these fish requires an understanding of temperature and its effects on where fish move and how they use the water column. Includes hook keeper to safely store your lure when not in use.Walleye fishing is part of the fabric of communities across the Great Plains and Midwest. The full composite cork rear grip is perfect for use in rod holders. Minimalist reel seat allows you direct contact to the rod blank. Guides feature frosted-gunsmoke stainless steel frames and zirconium ceramic inserts to keep your line running smooth. This walleye rod is made with a lightweight, durable RT4 blank that is sensitive enough to feel the lightest bite from cautious walleyes and boasts a moderate taper which excels in keeping walleyes hooked all the way into the net. The Cabela’s Prodigy® Walleye Bottom Bouncer Casting Rod is custom-crafted for this popular walleye fishing technique. Grips are made of composite cork and trimmed with durable EVA. ![]()
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